BREAKING: Cole Palmer Names Arsenal Star as Premier League’s Best Defender, Ahead of Van Dijk and Ruben Dias.
In a stunning revelation that’s sent shockwaves through the Premier League, Chelsea star Cole Palmer has hailed an Arsenal defender — and it’s not Gabriel Magalhães — as the toughest opponent he’s ever faced. Despite battling some of the biggest names like Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk and Manchester City’s Ruben Dias, Palmer singled out Arsenal’s William Saliba as the most dangerous and complete defender in the English top flight today.
Speaking after Chelsea’s recent fixtures, Palmer shared, “I’ve played against Van Dijk, Ruben Dias — some of the biggest defenders out there. But when it comes to Saliba, it’s different. His positioning, his strength, his ability to read the game… he’s just on another level.”
Palmer’s praise is significant, considering the reputation Van Dijk and Dias have built over the past few seasons. What’s even more telling is that even Real Madrid superstar Vinícius Júnior reportedly admitted in private conversations that Saliba is a defender he genuinely fears going up against.
The young Frenchman has been a rock at the back for Arsenal, combining composure with raw physicality and elite technical skill. Still only 23, Saliba has already established himself as a cornerstone of Mikel Arteta’s project, helping the Gunners mount serious title challenges.
Fans have taken to social media to react, with many Arsenal supporters proudly celebrating Saliba’s recognition. Some Chelsea fans, however, were quick to note the irony that Palmer, who has faced world-class defenders week in and week out, chose an Arsenal player over everyone else.
As Arsenal continue their charge for silverware, Saliba’s reputation as one of the best — if not the best — defenders in the Premier League is only growing stronger.
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